Barton: “Pacquiao is a huge global star who transcended his sport. He is politically motivated to help less privileged people. His comments are absurd and show a lack of intellect. Someone in his position should keep his ignorant bigotry private. His source of knowledge?”

Sanderson: “People are entitled to their opinions but @mannypacquiao you just lost a few fans, I would say. Its a disgrace what you said. #ignorant.”